Business Details
Florida Board of Professional Engineers
The Florida Board of Professional Engineers is the state regulatory authority responsible for licensing and overseeing the practice of engineering in Florida. Our mission is to protect public health, safety, and welfare by ensuring all engineering professionals meet rigorous standards of competence and ethics. We administer comprehensive licensing processes for Professional Engineers (PEs) and Engineer Interns (EIs), including examination requirements, continuing education compliance, and enforcement of disciplinary actions. Our board establishes clear pathways for licensure through the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) and Principles & Practice of Engineering (PE) exams, while maintaining strict oversight of engineering business registrations and qualifying agents. We enforce Florida's engineering statutes and rules through investigations, site visits, and disciplinary proceedings to maintain professional integrity.Our continuing education programs ensure licensed engineers stay current with evolving technical standards, including advanced building code requirements. We provide transparent public records access, license verification services, and resources for engineers at all career stages, from initial licensure to retirement status transitions. Our team of experienced professionals collaborates with educational institutions and industry stakeholders to advance engineering excellence across Florida. Through structured committee meetings and public engagement initiatives, we continuously refine our regulatory framework to address emerging engineering challenges while maintaining public trust in the profession.
Services
Professional Engineer Licensing
Continuing Education Verification
Engineering Business Registration
License Renewal Processing
Disciplinary Enforcement
Highlights and features
- We protect public safety through strict engineering licensure standards
- Our comprehensive continuing education programs maintain technical excellence
- We enforce ethical engineering practices through transparent disciplinary processes
- We provide accessible license verification and business registration services
- Our experienced staff offers expert guidance through all licensing stages
Services
Professional Engineer Licensing
We administer the complete licensing process for Professional Engineers in Florida, including exam administration, application review, and credential verification. Our rigorous process ensures all licensed engineers meet minimum competency standards through the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) and Principles & Practice of Engineering (PE) exams. We maintain current licensing records and provide verification services for employers and clients seeking qualified engineering professionals.
Continuing Education Compliance
Our continuing education program ensures Florida engineers maintain technical proficiency through approved coursework requirements. We verify completion of mandatory professional development hours, including specialized training in building codes and emerging engineering technologies. Licensees access reporting tools to document their educational achievements and maintain active status through our centralized tracking system.
Engineering Business Registration
We regulate engineering businesses operating in Florida through our registration system that verifies qualifying agents and business credentials. Our process ensures engineering firms meet statutory requirements for professional practice, including proper supervision of licensed personnel. We maintain public records of registered engineering businesses and their authorized representatives for consumer protection.
License Renewal Processing
Our annual license renewal system maintains active status for Florida Professional Engineers through verification of continuing education compliance and professional conduct. We process renewal applications, update license information, and issue updated credentials while enforcing statutory deadlines and requirements to ensure ongoing professional accountability.
Disciplinary Enforcement
We investigate complaints and enforce disciplinary actions against engineers who violate Florida's professional standards. Our enforcement process includes probable cause determinations, administrative hearings, and penalty assessments to maintain ethical engineering practices. We publish disciplinary records to inform the public and protect consumer interests in engineering services.
People
Zana Raybon
FBPE Executive Director & FEMC President
Oversees Florida's engineering regulatory framework with 20+ years of administrative experience in professional licensing. Manages board operations and strategic initiatives to maintain engineering excellence across the state.
Rebecca Sammons
FBPE Assistant Executive Director & FEMC Secretary
Coordinates board meetings and regulatory compliance activities with extensive knowledge of Florida engineering statutes. Provides leadership in implementing policy decisions and maintaining procedural standards.
John Rimes
FEMC Vice President & Chief Prosecuting Attorney
Leads legal enforcement actions against unlicensed practice and professional misconduct. Specializes in administrative law proceedings related to engineering discipline and regulatory compliance.
William Lampkin
Public Information Officer/IT Coordinator
Manages digital communications and technology infrastructure for engineering licensure systems. Oversees website development and public outreach initiatives to improve access to licensing information.
Wendy Anderson
Lead Investigator
Conducts investigations into engineering practice complaints and manages public records requests. Ensures enforcement actions follow statutory requirements while maintaining transparency in disciplinary processes.
Questions
How do I obtain a Professional Engineer license in Florida?
Complete the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, gain required work experience, then pass the Principles & Practice of Engineering exam. Submit application with documentation through our online portal.
What continuing education requirements must Florida PEs complete?
Florida engineers must complete 18 professional development hours every two years, including 1 hour of Florida laws/rules and 1 hour of professional ethics training.
How can I verify an engineer's license status?
Use our online license verification system at myfloridalicense.com to check current status, disciplinary history, and renewal dates for all licensed engineers.
What constitutes unlicensed engineering practice in Florida?
Performing engineering services without proper licensure, including signing/sealing technical documents or offering specialized engineering expertise to the public without a valid PE license.
How do I report an engineering ethics violation?
Submit a formal complaint through our website with detailed documentation. Our investigative team will review allegations of misconduct or unlicensed activity.
What are the requirements for engineering business registration?
Submit corporate documents, identify qualifying professional engineers, and demonstrate compliance with Florida Statutes Chapter 471. Registered firms receive annual renewal requirements.
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